Learn more about this exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in blended learning have made it possible for students all over the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that e-learning organizations are having to attend to today because online learning technology is developing so swiftly. This collected edition describes many different types of MOOC options and the full range of business plans related to MOOCs. How can teachers guarantee that the quality control for these MOOC classes is respectable? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like Dominica to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants manage problems like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As learning technology becomes more procurable there is a desire to perceive how MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to be more aware of these promising new open educational ventures. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOCs can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education topics. This inspiring new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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